Series Preview: Mets at Guardians

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 29: Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets looks on against the Atlanta Braves during their game at Citi Field on July 29, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New York Mets come to town to face the new look Cleveland Guardians. The

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The New York Mets come to town to face the new look Cleveland Guardians.

The Mets are 47-66 with a -58 run differential, 27th in wRC+ at 92, and 15th in team ERA at 4.15 (4.00 FIP).

The Guardians are 57-56 with a -16 run differential, 25th in wRC+ at 93 and eighth in team ERA at 3.76 (3.84 FIP).

The Mets unloaded some pieces at the trade deadline so their team is somewhat diminished, especially in pitching. Time for the Guardians to take advantage.

MATCHUPS: Tuesday, 6:40PM ET: Sean Manaea, LHP vs. Joey

Cantillo, LHP Wednesday, 6:40PM ET: Nolan McLean, RHP vs. probably Foster Griffin, LHP Thursday, 1:10PM ET: TBD vs. Tanner Bibee, RHP

Let’s show these guys that we are ready to fight our way to the playoffs and beat one the most expensive failures in baseball history. They also don’t have Juan Soto right now, so that should help.